T.J. Leverentz has been a trusted voice covering news and sports in Southeast Minnesota for nearly 10 years. He got his start in college at Winona State before moving to Rochester in 2022. He's dedicated to covering the news that matters most in Rochester and across the state including crime, local government, education and breaking news. When he's not in the newsroom he's out a local high school broadcasting football and basketball games. T.J. is a huge sports fan and when he's not on the clock he's spending time with family and friends, teeing it up at the golf course or trying to tackle projects at his house.
TJ Leverentz
Young Inmate Found Dead at Minnesota Jail
She was found unresponsive in her cell shortly after 6:00 Tuesday morning.
Minnesota Couple Airlifted After Hog Barn Rescue Are Now Recovering at Home
The man and woman were unresponsive when first responders arrived at the scene.
Case of Missing Minnesota Delivery Driver Comes to Tragic Ending
On Tuesday, the St. Paul Police Department responded to a 911 call at a residence regarding a person in crisis.
Missing Minnesota Man’s Car Found in Wisconsin, Search Continues
He was reported missing after leaving the store and not making four deliveries.
Minnesota State Patrol: Unknown Man Hit Sign During Fatal Crash at St. Paul Interchange
The State Patrol responded to the scene shortly before 1:45 a.m.
Statewide Missing Person Alert: Minnesota Man Disappears After Going to Work
He was last seen on the evening of Jan. 14.
Federal Convict Who Escaped Custody in Minnesota Indicted
He allegedly escaped from federal custody last Fall.
At Least Four Lives Lost in Fatal Minnesota Crashes Sunday
The first deadly crash that was reported is under investigation.
(UPDATED) Man Vanishes After Leaving Work in Minnesota
He has not been seen since Wednesday morning.
Statewide Alert: Missing Man Not Seen Since 2024 May Have Left Minnesota
Officials are asking for assistance from the public.